The work-from-home revolution has seen peak-period congestion drop by 10-15%: How do we maintain this shift post-COVID-19?
In 2019, the average daily commute time for Australian metro workers was 66 minutes. Then COVID-19 happened.
Vic government launches $1,200 grants to help SMEs go digital: Here’s what you need to know
The Victorian government has unveiled the details of its $20 million Small Business Digital Adaptation Program, offering rebates of $1,200.
Government tables insolvency reforms in parliament, paving the way for new system to start on January 1, 2021
The government's insolvency reforms are progressing, with legislation introduced in parliament to improve the system for small businesses.
Coopers Brewery reports $34.3 million profit driven by investment in canned drinks
South Australian brewer Coopers is crediting a move to more canned products for a 3.9% rise in sales in the 2019-20 financial year.
JobMaker passes into law — but proposed amendments are kicked into the long grass
The federal government’s JobMaker hiring credit has passed in parliament, giving businesses access to credits for employing young workers.
‘Airbnb for pools’ startup Swimply is expanding in Australia, following a COVID-19 4000% growth spurt
Pool-sharing startup Swimply is gearing up for expansion Down Under, following a bumper summer of 4000% growth in the US.
Infrastructure megaprojects “are too slow to be effective stimulus” and should be a last resort: Grattan Institute
Governments should focus on upgrading and improving existing infrastructure, according to a new paper from the Grattan Institute.
Queensland startup JESI secures $4.5 million for tech helping businesses keep remote workers safe
Worker management startup JESI has raised $4.5 million in funding, marking the first investment by VC firm Future Now Capital Management.
Melbourne cinema sees “outstanding” flood of support following reopening announcement — but it’s not BAU yet
Melbourne's Cinema Nova kept in touch with its customers on social media while in lockdown, and is now welcoming them back in person.
South Australia unveils $10,000 grants for small business, as part of the state budget’s $4 billion economic recovery plan
South Australia has announced a second round of $10,000 grants for small businesses, ahead of the state's budget announcement today.
JobMaker is nowhere near bold enough: The government should make these four fundamental changes
Official forecasts say unemployment won’t fall to 5.5% until 2024. JobMaker as presently configured won’t do enough to speed it up.
Alice McCall collapse: Eight stores closed, but fashion business to continue with reduced footprint
Eight Alice McCall retail stores have closed after the fashion brand entered voluntary administration on Sunday.
